Category: Steel Detailing Blog
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The Standards and Regulations You Have to Comply with when Constructing an Aged Care Facility
I found the regulations kafkaesque. Wanting to spare you all the trouble so you know exactly what you need to comply with, in order to build a facility, here is a short precis of the regulations you need to cover: NCC Classes: The NCC groups buildings by their function and use. These groups are assigned…
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Today I learned : Lightweight framing
What is Lightweight framing: Lightweight framing is a construction technique that utilizes lightweight materials, such as timber or metal studs which are lighter than traditional construction materials like bricks and concrete to create a structural framework for a building. Lightweight framed construction is the most common construction system used in Australia. How does lightweight framing…
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Today I learned : Roof Trusses
While working on a project, I noticed the structural design showing a truss structure on a roof. What are Roof Trusses: Roof trusses are engineered timber or metal frameworks that provide support for the roof covering materials and often the ceiling materials below. They are designed to span large distances without the need for internal…
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O & M Shed – Wunghnu Solar Farm
Our latest project entails a straightforward shed design featuring standard steel frames with purlins and girts encircling the structure. While our standard practice involves providing steel drawings and reports exclusively, this project warranted a more comprehensive approach. In addition to the customary steel documentation, we supplied detailed erection drawings and material reports for various components,…
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Today I learned : Shear Stud
While discussing steel-to-concrete connections with the team leader, he mentioned shear studs during the conversation. What is a shear stud : A shear stud is a fastener which provides structural connection between concrete slabs and steel support beams. It is typically a steel pin or grommet that extends out of the top flange of a…
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Today I learned : Sag rod
While working on a project, the structural details of an engineering drawing showed the incorporation of sag rods with purlins and braces. What is a Sag Rod? A sag rod is a tension member designed to minimize sagging or deflection by providing tensile support and reinforcement in horizontal structural elements such as roof trusses or…
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Today I learned : DTI Washer
While discussing bolts and washers for a connection detail with the team leader, he mentioned DTI washers in the conversation. What is DTI Washer? DTI washers, also known as load indicating washers or torque control washers, are specialized washers designed to provide a visual indication of bolt tension during the tightening process. They feature convex…
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Today I learned : Roof Types (in Australia)
While working on a project, I noticed the architectural design specified two different types of roofs for two separate buildings. Driven by curiosity, I researched various roofing styles and discovered those commonly used in Australia. Here are my findings: Common Roofs types (in Australia): 1. Gabled Roof: A gabled roof, also known as a peaked…
